Every weekend, food fairs are held in the center of the capital, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources. Farmers interested in participating can contact the following numbers: 0312 66 14 22 or 0702 70 20 00.
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations has presented for discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers "On the Approval of the Procedure for Admission to Educational Organizations of Secondary Vocational Education of the Kyrgyz Republic." This draft aims to modernize the rules for student admissions to colleges, in accordance with the new law "On Education," which was adopted in 2023.
Iceberg A23a, which is drifting in the Southern Ocean, has lost its status as the largest in the world after a significant reduction in its area by 67 percent. This was reported by the press service of the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute.
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The accident occurred in Bishkek, resulting in injuries to a small child. This information was provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media by the capital's patrol police department. The incident took place on December 4 at around 23:10 at the intersection of Ashar and Akhunbaev streets. A "Toyota Yaris," driven by a driver born in 1993 (B. u. T.), collided with a "Lexus ES-350," which was operated by a person born in 2001 (Sh. A. S.).
Today, on the second day of the World Boxing Championship taking place in the UAE, five representatives from Kyrgyzstan will enter the ring. The World Boxing Championship, organized by IBA, started on December 4 in Dubai.
In the city of Batken, a decision has been made to sell beef seized during anti-smuggling operations at a lower price, the press service of the mayor's office reported. According to the information, today, December 5, at 3:00 PM, residents will be able to purchase meat at a discounted price of 600 soms.
In Kyrgyzstan, a mission from the World Health Organization has begun work to analyze the reasons for the low vaccination rates among the population. At the request of national health authorities, the mission was organized in response to growing concerns about missed or refused vaccinations, particularly among children.
The Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-23) is preparing for the 2026 Asian Cup and has already announced an expanded squad of 24 players, including goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards.
In Kyrgyzstan, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved amendments to the resolution concerning the establishment of the open joint-stock company "Tunduk." This decision was made in accordance with the president's decree aimed at developing the digital transformation of public administration. Image from the internet. Expansion of the 'Tunduk' system's powers in the field of digital governance The updated resolution clarifies the functions and structure of
At the World Boxing Championship taking place in the United Arab Emirates, another athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Syrgak Abdyjapar uulu, successfully advanced to the next round. Abdyjapar uulu competes in the weight category up to 75 kg and was set to begin his performances from the 1/32 finals.
A video has surfaced on social media capturing the moment a driver of a "Honda" car illegally fills up with gasoline sold along the road in the village of Novopavlovka and attempts to leave without paying. In the footage, the seller approaches the car to collect payment, but the driver unexpectedly drives off, resulting in the woman, holding onto the door, being dragged several meters alongside the vehicle.
A briefing was held at the UN Headquarters in New York with the participation of permanent representatives from Central Asia, where Ulugbek Lapasov, representing Uzbekistan, shared the outcomes of the meeting of the heads of state of the region that took place in Tashkent on November 16, 2025. This event was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the briefing, participants discussed the appeal of the presidents of Central Asia to the
On December 5, in the Issyk-Kul region, in the city of Cholpon-Ata, a ceremony was held to open the new building of the Department of Urban Development and Architecture of the Issyk-Kul District. Attending the event were the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services N. Oruntaev, local government representatives, and residents of the city.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced the addition of dried coconut meat, known as copra, to the list of items prohibited for air transport. This was reported by tengrinews.kz, citing Tengri Travel. The ban applies only to dried coconut meat, while whole coconuts remain permitted for transport. Reasons for the danger of copra
Madanza Maloer, a 70-year-old resident of Bishkek, contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with a troubling story about violence from his son. He expressed dissatisfaction that law enforcement agencies are not taking the necessary actions. In 2019, the man purchased a house in the village of Lebedinovka and built a car service station there. Due to the lack of a passport, the transaction had to be registered in the name of his son, I. M., born in 1986, who promised to support his father
Imagine waking up to a phone call from the bank — you are informed that a loan for 500,000 soms has been taken out in your name, and you have already missed the first payment. Or perhaps you are being contacted by someone claiming to be a bank employee who demands your card password, and thinking it is indeed a bank worker, you provide them with the information. Maybe you log into online banking and see that your accounts have been drained. This is frightening, as you haven't taken out any
Today, December 5, a triple traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Toktogul and Abdrakhmanov streets. According to eyewitness accounts, three passenger cars were involved in the collision, but fortunately, no one was injured.
During a working trip, the Chairman of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, assessed the construction of several significant social facilities in Manas. In particular, he got acquainted with the construction process of a sports palace with 5,200 seats, which is being built in accordance with modern engineering standards. The complex will include a swimming pool, sports grounds, a conference hall, gym and massage rooms, showers and sanitary facilities, food courts, stands,
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan recently adopted a new resolution regarding the selection and funding procedures for initiatives proposed by local communities. According to this resolution, a procedure was established that allows residents to submit their ideas. The document outlines the criteria by which these initiatives will be evaluated, as well as identifies funding sources from regional development funds. Photo from the internet. The Cabinet approved the rules for subsidizing
In Kyrgyzstan, a new project is starting aimed at planting fruit orchards along highways. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is responsible for implementing this initiative. The main objectives of the project are to reduce soil erosion, develop green infrastructure, and strengthen road embankments.
Six finalists of the "Masters of the Russian Language - 2024" competition have arrived in Kyrgyzstan, organized by Rossotrudnichestvo in collaboration with the Moscow State Linguistic University. These young teachers have come for an internship in the schools of Bishkek and Osh, where they will teach Russian language and literature, as well as learn about the culture of the local residents. The "Masters of the Russian Language" competition once again gathered talented
The Football Federation of Iran has reconsidered its previous decision to boycott and will send a team to the World Cup draw, which will take place on Friday in Washington. Earlier, Iran announced a boycott after three members of the delegation, including the federation president Mehdi Taj, faced visa denials from the United States.
In the 2026/2027 academic year, the People's Republic of China offers 15 government scholarships for students from Kyrgyzstan. These grants will allow students to study at prestigious universities in China across various programs, including undergraduate, language courses, master's, and doctoral studies. The information was provided by the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation of the Kyrgyz Republic. The scholarships are allocated based on an intergovernmental
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, currently serving as a senior advisor at RedBird, the owner of the "Milan" club, will be one of the torchbearers for the 2026 Winter Olympics. He will participate in the relay that will pass through several cities in Italy.
In the center of Bishkek, where Dostoevsky and Ankara streets intersect, the construction of a new residential complex has begun. According to the project, it is planned to build 10 buildings up to 35 stories high and 4 houses reaching 40 stories. At a briefing held today, Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the public relations department of the State Mortgage Company, reported that 4,160 apartments will be available in the new complex. A three-level underground parking lot, sports and children's
There is a significant increase in respiratory infection cases in the Issyk-Kul region, especially among children. This was reported by the local Sanitary and Epidemiological Service. According to the provided data, the level of infectious diseases has increased by 1.5 times compared to the same period last year. The seasonal rise in cases of flu and ARVI has begun in the region.
Photo from the internet. Discussion of the new draft law on securities regulation The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted a draft law for public discussion, concerning amendments to several legislative acts related to the securities market. This document is available on the portal of normative legal acts, where citizens can leave their comments and suggestions. The draft law proposes significant changes to three important laws: "On the Securities Market," "On
The business forum brought together key figures from the business communities and government structures of both countries, who discussed the most important sectors of the economy, including the banking sector, energy, tourism, agriculture, education, information technology, the textile industry, medicine, and pharmaceuticals. Ravshanbek Sabirov, the director of the National Investment Agency, presented the investment opportunities in Kyrgyzstan, emphasizing the stable economic growth and
Presidents Donald Trump from the USA, Claudia Sheinbaum from Mexico, and Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney have confirmed their attendance at the draw ceremony for the World Cup, which will take place in 2026. This was announced by FIFA's press service.
The situation surrounding Mohamed Salah has once again caught the attention of the Saudi Premier League, which is ready to consider his transfer from Liverpool. The situation has become more tense after the forward found himself on the bench in the last two Premier League matches, sparking discussions about his future at the club.
During an inspection conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Jalal-Abad region, it was established that a plot of land measuring 1,140 square meters, along with the building of a former health resort located on it in the village of Zhiyde, was unlawfully transferred into private hands, which contradicts current legislation. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the obtained data, thanks to the measures taken by the
The initiative to create fruit orchards along highways, aimed at reducing soil erosion and developing green infrastructure, has been initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This will also help strengthen road embankments. As part of this program, it is planned to plant fruit trees along sections of major roads, approximately one kilometer long in each region of the country. According to available data, suitable land plots have already been identified
Illustration. The Centers for Public Services in Kyrgyzstan provided 2.6 million services in ten months The state institution "Kyzmat" has published information about the activities of the Centers for Public Services (CPS) and congratulated its employees on their professional holiday. According to official data, the structure of the CPS includes:
On the platform "Open NPA," the Ministry of Trade and Integration presented a draft new order, which proposes to increase the number of socially significant food products from 19 to 33 items. Among the new products that may be included in the updated list are tomatoes, cucumbers, apples, various types of beef, minced meat, lamb, fresh and frozen fish, ultra-pasteurized milk, sour cream, hard cheese, and black tea, as reported by Exclusive.kz.
On December 8, an event dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the outstanding director and People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Almaz Sarlykbekov will take place at the National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abdylas Maldybaev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Almaz Sarlykbekov held the position of chief director at the Naryn Regional Musical and Dramatic Theater named after M. Ryskulov, and was also the artistic director of the Kyrgyz Drama Theater named
As part of his working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, participated in the opening ceremony of a drywall manufacturing plant located in the village of Dostuk in the Suzak district. Kasymaliev emphasized the importance of industrialization as one of the key directions for the country's development, noting that over 100 new enterprises are launched annually in the republic.
Gauhar Tanasheva, who left the parliament, stated that the sessions of the Mazhilis follow a pre-approved script, and violating it can lead to losing one's mandate. She claims that she was "asked to leave" after making a request that was not coordinated with the party leadership. Azattyq managed to learn the opinion of her colleagues. In January 2025, the Central Election Commission decided to terminate Tanasheva's powers as a Mazhilis deputy, citing the decision of the
According to Sport AKIpress, citing information from the Kyrgyz Professional Football League (KPFL), the new rules will allow clubs to have a total of up to 10 legionnaires in their rosters. However, no more than 7 foreign players can be on the field at the same time during a match. Additionally, it is mandatory that at least 4 players hold Kyrgyz citizenship.
During the event, representatives from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Finland, and Sweden discussed numerous issues related to practical cooperation in areas such as economy, ecology, transport, logistics, education, and innovation. Attention was also drawn to strengthening regional cooperation. In his speech, Ermek Kosherbaev noted that cooperation in Central Asia is deepening and emphasized the importance of developing mutually beneficial relations
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the renowned American actor of Japanese descent, has passed away at the age of 75, as reported by Deadline.
At the briefing, Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the population engagement department of JSC "GIK," reported that the State Mortgage Company is participating in the renovation program. She noted that work on this initiative is already actively underway in Manas.
Over the past two years, the State Mortgage Company (GIK) has demonstrated outstanding results within the "My Home" program. This was announced today at a press conference by Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the public relations department of the State Mortgage Company. She noted that GIK was established in 2016 and initially operated through partner banks. "At that time, our main task was to check citizens for compliance with the program criteria, while decisions on issuing or denying
On December 4, at approximately 07:46, a call was received at the duty station of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district regarding a traffic accident in the village of Novopokrovka, reports the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. According to the provided information, the incident was registered, and an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene.
Tynchtyk Subankulov has become the new head of the Main Department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) for the Jalal-Abad region. Previously, he served as the acting first deputy in this department.
Photo 24.kg. Altynbek Mambetov, Director of Infrastructure and Regional Development of the OJSC "International Airport 'Manas'" At a meeting with journalists, Altynbek Mambetov, head of infrastructure and regional development of the OJSC "International Airport 'Manas'", announced a significant achievement for Kyrgyz aviation — the exit from the European Union's "black list." Additionally, he announced the upcoming third category for the
At the IBA World Boxing Championship 2025 in Dubai (UAE), Bakyt Toktosun uulu, representing Kyrgyzstan, won his first bout.
Alina Yekaterincheva The grand final took place in one of the restaurants in Almaty and included many stages, such as walks in various outfits and styles. The crown of the main beauty of the country was awarded to 22-year-old Alina Yekaterincheva from Shymkent, who will now represent Kazakhstan at the Miss Universe 2026 competition.
